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April rains bring more than May blooms. They also bring weeds, weeds, and more weeds that quickly destroy the look of that perfectly planned garden. However, don’t immediately reach for chemical-based weed killers.
Today’s fabric and plastic weed Read More

While snails can be perplexing garden pests, there’s no reason to fight back with toxic chemicals.
Copper is a very effective and safe snail repellant.
The snail’s slime secretions react with the copper to provide a mild electric sensation that Read More

While “drought” might not be the first word you’d associate with Portland, water conservation is still a goal of many local gardeners. Whether your interest in a drought-friendly garden is primarily for cost-savings, eco-consciousness, or the unique Read More

A spring stroll through nearly every neighborhood in Portland will reveal an interesting commonality. Portlanders love their flowering trees. However, not all flowering trees are created equal, and some are just more suited to the local environment Read More

The English-inspired cottage garden is a wonderful way to create a loose, flowing, eclectic landscape that attracts lots of wildlife, especially various bird and beneficial insect species. While this type of landscape screams variety, there are five Read More

Spiral topiaries lend a classic, upscale look to formal gardens, or a bit of playfulness to less structured gardens. Purchasing a pre-pruned topiary, however, can be quite expensive - usually doubling or tripling the price of the plant. So why not Read More

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